Walnut Hill Dam
Key Takeaway
Walnut Hill Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 9.8% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00127 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
GREENBRIAR PROPERTIES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Walnut Hill Dam?
Walnut Hill Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Walnut Hill Dam?
Walnut Hill Dam is owned by GREENBRIAR PROPERTIES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walnut Hill Dam built?
Walnut Hill Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Walnut Hill Dam?
Walnut Hill Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Walnut Hill Dam?
Walnut Hill Dam has a dam height of 19 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Walnut Hill Dam last inspected?
Walnut Hill Dam was last inspected on August 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.